Red Glass Barb (Pethia conchonius)
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The Red Glass Barb is like fire trapped in crystal. With translucent red bodies that shimmer like embers, they shoal through planted tanks like living sparks. Hardy, peaceful, and always on the move, they’re the glow that keeps your aquarium buzzing without burning bridges.
At Uncle Joe’s Fish Shed, our Red Glass Barbs are curated in lively shoals, conditioned for health, and released only in limited drops.
Signature look: Translucent red glow, glasslike shimmer
Peaceful shoaler: Best in groups of 6+
Exclusive runs: Boutique quality, limited availability
Cool, rare, and gone fast — catch your Red Glass before the flame flickers out.
Species Care
🐠 Species Snapshot
- Pethia conchonius (Rosy Barb variant)
- Adult size ~3 inches
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Peaceful, active shoaler
🌡️ Tank Setup
- Temp: 74–79°F
- pH: 6.0–7.0
- Size: 30+ gallons for groups
- Planted tanks with open swimming space
🍽️ Feeding
- Omnivore: flakes, pellets, live/frozen foods
- Enjoys brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia
- Rotate diet for color and health
👥 Behavior & Compatibility
- Peaceful, best in shoals of 6+
- Works well with other barbs, tetras, Corydoras
- Avoid fin‑nippers
🧪 Care Notes
- Hardy, beginner‑friendly
- Weekly water changes (20–30%)
- Boutique‑raised for premium quality
🐣 Breeding Tips
- Egg scatterers: lay eggs among plants or substrate
- Soft, slightly acidic water encourages spawning
- Remove adults after spawning to protect eggs
- Fry start on infusoria, then baby brine shrimp
🚚 Boutique Delivery Curated in shoals right here in florida, responsibly raised, and offered only when they meet Uncle Joe’s standards.